Finance & Operations Director – 5403

Clear IT Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity is seeking a Finance & Operations Director to manage operational, financial, and legal aspects. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, fundraising, and overseeing HR and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management within the charity sector and will exhibit excellent leadership skills. This role is critical for delivering impactful services to young people in Islington, London.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial and operational management within a charity sector.
• Knowledge of charity law and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the charity.
• Develop and oversee business plans and budgets.
• Guide fundraising efforts and manage donor relationships.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Financial Management

Fundraising

HR Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Relevant degree (e.g., Finance, Business Administration)

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Our client, a local Charity, is seeking a Finance & Operations Director, to be based in their Islington, London Office.

Primary function of the role:

The Finance & Operations Director is responsible for managing the day to day operational, financial and legal aspects of the Charity and ensuring successful delivery of all services.

Job Description:

Strategic/Business and Financial Planning, working with the CEO and Trustees:

• Set key objectives for the growth of the charity’s activities and impact of services on young people.
• Lead in the development and management of business plans and budgets in line with key objectives. This includes developing and implementing a robust venue business plan as part of an overall income generation strategy.
• Ensure that realistic financial targets are set and monitored to ensure the charity’s ambition can be met.
• Liaise with internal staff and outsourced partners to secure Corporate Partnerships and maintain and develop these relationships long term.
• Work alongside the CEO to develop a robust, deliverable business plan for financial partnerships in 2025 and beyond.
• Lead on the development and implementation of HR strategy and staff management policies.
• Develop new relationships with major donors, and other potential new supporters of TBH.

Fundraising:

• Line manage the Fundraising team alongside the CEO/Artistic Director, and work with them to develop and manage a realistic weighted pipeline of trusts and foundations income including the development of new multi-year and growth fund opportunities.

Financial Administration:

• Oversee the day to day bookkeeping for the charity, including invoicing, bank reconciliation and weekly pay runs.
• Prepare the charities annual budget for approval by the Trustees and work with the accountants in the production of monthly management accounts, monitoring income and expenditure against the budget.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory (e.g. Charity Commission) requirements, including overseeing the submission of the annual accounts to Charity Commission and Companies House and submission of annual Tax Relief claims (Theatre/Film, payroll and business rates).

HR and Business Operations:

• Oversee the HR responsibilities of the charity including, but not limited to, staff welfare, learning and development, staff reviews, grievances or disciplinary action as required.
• Oversee the implementation of the charities policies and procedures, ensuring these are reviewed and updated at least annually.
• Oversee the monthly payroll, pension and HMRC submissions
• Draft and execute all contracting/agreement matters for the charities, including freelancers, partners and volunteers, negotiating terms and fees where necessary.
• Act as the Data Protection Lead for the charity and ensure GDPR compliance across the organisation.
• Act as the Premise Licence holder, ensuring conditions are met in line with Islington Council.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the above.

You must be eligible for an Enhance DBS clearance.

Please note that due to the number of applications we receive, we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.